The culture and custom of Egypt is truly cosmopolitan as it is the
perfect fusion of so many culture and tradition available here. Here the
tradition introduced by Pharaohs
is prevalent as well as the tribal culture and tradition and even the
customs of invaders are somehow seen present a midst modern Egypt
culture and outlook of the citizens. The culture and tradition of Egypt
is like a melting pot where multiple culture and ethnic tradition have created a new concept of living hale and hearty and a mentality that
embraces new and advanced for creating a liberal ambiance around. This
liberal attitude is being displayed in Egyptians friendly behavior
toward the foreigners and tourists. If asked, people of Egypt will
always share their service and enthusiasm with the people whom hardly
they know. In Egypt, besides it excellent travel attractions and
cultural ambiance, the smiling faces of the locales are an added charm.
All these sweet fragments are the best part of visit to Egypt program, which will remain with you as a memory forever. The Egypt culture immense the traditions, languages, history & civilizations at ancient places
The populace of Egypt is the most populous country in the middle east and the third-most populous on the African continent (after Nigeria and Ethiopia). Nearly 100% of the country's 82.5 million (2012 est.) people live in three major regions of the country: Cairo and Alexandria and elsewhere along the banks of the Nile throughout the Nile Delta, which fans out north of Cairo; and along the Suez Canal .
These regions are among the world's most densely populated, containing
an average of over 3,820 persons per square mile (1,540 per km².), as
compared to 181 persons per sq. mi. for the country as a whole..
In Egypt ,
family integrity matters a lot and head of the family takes the entire
responsibility to run the family in proper manner and with great focus
on behavior. The family integrity of the Egyptians is at sharp contrast
to the nuclear family concept in West. Here people put special respect
for family value and family relation. Perhaps this is one of the
reasons, traveling in city of Egypt is safer than any other top global destinations, even for women traveling alone.
The life style of Arabs is often different and often found enveloped
with some mysterious facts. As a result people often find these people
mystic and sometime off beat. But in reality these people are truly
friend in heart, they love people and greet people with best
hospitality. They often like to call people at their home. However, if
someone expresses disrespect and unfriendly gesture, these people take
it as an insult and they become aggressive.
The rules and regulation common in Egypt may seem quite a bit different,
which can make people outsiders at Egypt at times confused. In order to
understand the air of Egypt, you need to learn their culture, customs,
and family values. Once you will be able to understand and respect their
values, traveling in Egypt will be an added fun and bunch of
excitement.
Commonly, Egyptians are quite adjustable in nature and they love to help
people. If you ask them any question, they will answer it happily. One
most interesting thing is whenever you will ask something to an
Egyptian, he will call some other people to discuss about the question
and will try the best to offer you the correct answer of the question
asked.
Most of the Muslims in Egypt are not accustomed to drink alcohol, but
hardly have they had any objection in others boozing. But it is
important that if you drink alcohol while in Egypt, you should have it
in moderation. In Egypt consumption of pork is not that common but the
places where pork is available people can have plenty of other options.
In Egypt there are few restrictions valid for foreign women. In ticket
line, foreign women stand with other women in queue. In underground
first cars are found reserved for women, elderly ladies always get first
preference. Outright interaction with Egyptian women are never
recommended, it is always wise to speak to them via someone local or
family persons whom you know well.
Crime in Egypt is rarely experienced and violence is mostly found in
family disputes. However, some scattered events of petty thieves and
pickpockets are sometimes found here and there. Women in an average need
to be alert specifically in out-lying zones. Consumption of drugs is
not appreciated and you should not carry your drugs in public if you
have anything with you.
How to respond if an Egyptian invites you at his home
There is one interesting factor about Egyptian invitation. They refuse
all sorts of invitation initially and it is a custom to fulfill their
formalities. If an Egyptian decides that he/she will invite you with
real spirit, he/she will repeat the invitation again. And it is always
good to honor a cordial request. In case you will not be able to honor
the request, if asked always promise them for a next visit.
In case you are invited you should attend the invitation otherwise there
is chance that your host will be humiliated. It is always good show the
respect and positive view toward the custom and practice of the host
and behaves cordially with all people assembled there. If you wish you
can take some gifts for the host but check if the gift is equal to his
status.
Tipping is Way of Life in Egypt
In Egypt tipping is cordially accepted and often expected. You can offer
tips for all the people who has helped you during you travel but do not
offer them small coins or notes. These activities are taken as
insulting for the people you have tipped. However, your tipping should
be spontaneous and it is considered offense to act under some pressure
about ..
providing tips. It is a good way to create some good impression on
the people surrounding you. In this context you should not ever attempt
to offer tips for professionals or the people who are of your status.
You can arrange some gifts for them as gesture of friendship
Women Of Egypt :
Egyptian women are known for their exquisite beauty. Nowadays Egyptian
ladies in general are well educated, groomed, and they take
responsibility of professional world also. In Egyptian society, girls
are well pampered by their parents till they get married and get
established in reality.
In Egypt tradition virginity is considered as a prime value for women
and therefore women do prefer keeping their modesty and virginity as
maximum as possible. Egyptian women maintain their modesty at the most
because men also respect ladies who are alert about their social
prestige and modesty. Most of the Egyptian men prefer to get married
with women who are virgin and value family values; however, there are
several instances where Egyptian men have married non Egyptian girls and
they are quite different in their attitude than common Egyptian girls
too.
Most of the girls in Egypt wear a scarf and it has become a common
practice these days for young girls. This practice honors Muslim
convention for ladies covering their heads as well as it is a stylish
way to respect Islamic virtue of conservativeness.
In Egypt women behave conservative mostly with strangers. They may use
western wear and may found managing business and other professionals,
but Egyptian women, mostly, maintain a sober approach where their social
profile is presented. Many of Egyptian women are found involved in
different professional activities with good success rate in Egypt as
well as in outside of Egypt. However, wherever they are they keep a
diligent obedience to their religious rites and customs.
Women traveling alone into Egypt:
Egypt is a completely safe place for women. Therefore it is a safe
travel destination for foreign tourist groups of women to set their vacation at Egypt .
It is always recommended that in case of any sort of problem, they
should seek help from local shop keepers or form police. However it is
always wise to dress properly and to walk on street with common and
covered dress. Being indifferent to local men is a good way for avoiding
hassle and curiosity about foreign ladies traveling in this country.
While planning for tour in Egypt, A woman traveling alone should care
for Egypt holidays because some of the building and places may remain
closed on those days.
Places of Worship:
Places of worship are considered as sacred place for Egyptians and therefore tourists from abroad should respect their serious mentality about the places of worship. These places of worship for Muslims are called mosques and the places of worships for Christians are called church. In Egypt, both mosque and churches are found many in number.
People follow the rules of taking out their shoes before entering the
sacred ground. Women and men are requested to cover up their bare heads
and heads. This is always wise to use sober and covered dress specially
when visiting a mosque. Friday is considered as the most scared days of the week. 
